Ship Lifting Frames - Shipyard and Dry Dock Equipment
Ship lifting frames are engineered steel lifting structures used in shipyards, dry docks, and marine repair facilities to lift, support, or position ship blocks, hull sections, machinery, and heavy equipment. They distribute lifting loads through multiple certified lifting points.
ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Ship Lifting Frames for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Ship Lifting Frames |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Shipyard and Dry Dock Equipment |
| Product Reference | 1325 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | Modulift, RUD, The Crosby Group |
| Unit of Measure | Piece |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Engineered for defined safe working load and load distribution |
| 2. Multiple lifting lugs, padeyes, or shackle connection points |
| 3. Welded or modular high-strength steel construction |
| 4. Suitable for cranes, strand jacks, hydraulic lifting systems, or gantries |
| 5. Designed for controlled lifting of ship sections and heavy marine equipment |
Applications of Ship Lifting Frames
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Lifting and positioning ship blocks and hull modules |
| 2. Handling marine engines, generators, propellers, and other heavy machinery |
| 3. Dry-dock repair, vessel conversion, and shipbuilding operations |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineered lifting frame | Safe working load | Project-specific; determined by certified design calculation | tonnes |
| Engineered lifting frame | Material | Structural steel selected according to design and applicable marine requirements | — |
| Engineered lifting frame | Lifting configuration | Single-point, two-point, four-point, or multi-point | — |
| Engineered lifting frame | Inspection requirement | Visual and dimensional inspection with proof load or examination as specified by the approved design | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Applicable requirements may include EN 13155 for non-fixed lifting accessories, ASME B30.20 for below-the-hook lifting devices, ISO 8686 for crane load principles, and local occupational lifting regulations. Certification is project- and design-specific. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, and ClassNK may review or approve lifting frames when required by the shipyard, owner, flag, or project specification. Approval is normally based on design calculations, material certificates, welding records, inspection, and load testing. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Verify the approved lifting plan, frame identification, safe working load, center of gravity, lifting points, shackles, slings, and crane capacity before use. Connect only to designated padeyes or lugs and keep the frame correctly oriented and balanced. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Inspect before each use for cracks, deformation, corrosion, damaged welds, bent lifting lugs, and worn connection holes. Maintain traceability of inspections and proof tests. Remove from service if damage or unauthorized modification is found. |
| Safety Notes | Use only by trained lifting personnel under an approved lift plan. Never exceed the marked safe working load or use the frame for unapproved loading arrangements. Establish an exclusion zone, control suspended loads, and never stand beneath a lifted frame or ship section. |
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